SOLAR LAMP CHALLENGE; MALAWI
PROVEN INTERVENTION TO BE DISTRIBUTED
Solar lamps.
Learn more about the Solar Lamp Challenge and how these lamps create enormous benefits for developing world families.
DISTRIBUTION MODEL INNOVATION
Zasolar is a youth-led enterprise that enhances access to renewable energy technologies in underprivileged rural areas in Malawi by creating a distribution network reaching logistically-challenged areas with affordable solar technology.
Zasolar deploys trained sales technicians (empowering them with motorcycle transport), recruiting highly performing sales agents, setting up kiosks (with mobile money abilities) and undertaking mass community engagements cost-effectively. Zasolar is committed to finding cost-effective ways to deliver solar products to the last mile.
The Zasolar team is made up of vibrant individuals who are passionate about selling with an impact. Members bring industry experience covering the entire solar market supply chain. The founding team includes Fishani Msiska, Lusayo Salanga, Shawowene Mwasangwale and Jacob Nyasulu.
PILOT AND SCALING GOALS
Distribute 1,750 solar lamps during the pilot, reaching 8,750 beneficiaries
Raise an additional $10,000 during the pilot
Reach 50,000 beneficiaries by the end of year 2
FOUNDING TEAM
Fishani Msiska - Team Leader
Shawowene Mwasangwale - Sales & Marketing Assistant
Lusayo Salanga - Sales Technician
Jacob Nyasulu - Sales Technician